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XtraTime Web Desk: In an unprecedented circumstance the Cricket Association on Bengal (CAB) decided to call off its local season, keeping in mind the health safety of all its stakeholders. The decision was taken by the Tournament Committee after a meeting with the office-bearers of the association at the Eden Gardens on Friday.

Also present in the meeting as special invitees were the members of Tour, Fixtures and Technical Committee, Chairman of the Medical Comittee and Legal Counsel Samrat Sen, who was present vide video conferencing.
After assessing the current situation, the medical committee recommended that it is still not conducive to start local cricket, conveyed to the members present for the meeting. Views were also given by the legal council.
After taking into cognizance all factors, following the meeting CAB President Avishek Dalmiya said: "After a prolonged and detailed deliberation all the tournaments for the season 2019-20 has been called off for this season as the health and safety of our players is paramount to the association. It was also decided that it would be a fresh season when we start next. There will be no continuity from this season."

This effectively draws curtains on the First divison, Second division and all age group tournaments for the current season.